Principles of Art

Area in a work of art that catches and holds the viewers attention.

• space

• unity

• emphasis

• balance

The use of different lines, shapes, textures, colors or other elements of design to create interest in a work of art.

• Variety

• Emphasis

• Placement

• Value

What type of balance do you see in this image?

• Symmetrical

• Asymmetrical

• Radial

• Informal

When drawing people and objects with correct size relationships we are using which principle of design?

• Pattern

• Emphasis

• Rhythm

• Proportion

How did this artist create emphasis?

• Isolation

• Placement

• Contrast

• Patterns

What type of balance is seen in this image?

• Symmetrical

• Asymmetrical

• Radial

• Formal

This image is a good example of ___________ proportions.

• True

• Accurate

• Realistic

• Unusual

A principle of design that focuses on a repetition of elements is ________________.

• Shape

• Pattern

• Value

• Proportion

The quality of seeming whole and complete, with all parts working right together.

• unity
• balance
• proportion

Importance given to certain objects or areas in an artwork.

• emphasis
• variety
• contrast